Makayla Derrington
Lusby,Md
Summary
Motivated Teaching Assistant with strong ability to develop meaningful relationships with students and provide individualized support to help each learner reach their full potential. Adept at developing engaging lesson plans, monitoring student progress, and providing feedback to help boost student achievement.
Experienced education professional ready to step into supportive classroom roles. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adaptable to changing needs, reliable, and skilled in classroom management, lesson implementation, and fostering positive learning environment. Proven ability to communicate effectively with students and staff.
Knowledgeable with proven track record in various educational settings. Demonstrated ability to adapt to different classroom environments and support student learning effectively. Utilized strong communication and classroom management skills to maintain positive and productive learning atmosphere.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Long Term Substitute
Calvert County Public Schools
12.2024 - Current
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
- Improved student comprehension by tailoring teaching methods to individual learning styles.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Adapted lesson plans to accommodate diverse learners, including those with special needs or language barriers.
- Assisted struggling students through one-on-one sessions, leading to increased academic success.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents regarding student progress and any issues that arose during the school year.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
Girl Scout Troop Leader
Girl Scouts of the USA
08.2024 - Current
- Enhanced troop members'' leadership skills by organizing team-building activities and workshops.
- Collaborated with other Troop Leaders to exchange ideas, enhancing program offerings for the entire Girl Scout organization.
- Fostered an inclusive environment by implementing diversity and inclusion training sessions within the troop meetings.
- Promoted collaboration between troops at regional events, fostering teamwork across different age groups and geographical locations.
- Devised creative learning experiences by incorporating various forms of media, art, and technology into troop meetings.
- Expanded volunteer network by establishing partnerships with local businesses, increasing resources available for events and activities.
- Motivated girls to achieve their goals through thoughtful mentorship tailored to each individual's strengths and interests.
- Facilitated skill-building workshops for personal growth in areas such as time management, goal setting, entrepreneurship, and problem-solving techniques.
- Developed strong communication skills in troop members through public speaking opportunities and presentations.
- Safeguarded the well-being of all troop members by adhering to strict safety guidelines during meetings, outings, and events.
- Increased community service involvement by planning and executing various outreach projects with the troop.
- Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
CAREGIVER
Makayla's Sitting Services
04.2018 - Current
- Offered safety, guidance, and protection to adults, children and pets.
- Worked in cooperation with family's to meet physical and emotional needs of the clients.
- Encouraged independence among clients while promoting dignity and respect at all times.
- Preformed light house cleaning and cooking.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
INTERN
CCPS TAM Program
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Revised and developed lesson plans
- Maintained compliance with school and regulatory policies related to health and safety.
- Used appropriate behavior management strategies and techniques.
- Created engaging visuals such as bulletin boards or displays that enhanced lesson topics being studied in class.
- Taught lessons and concepts under teacher supervision.
- Assisted teachers in planning and delivering lessons to students, ensuring the curriculum was followed.
- Provided individualized instruction to small groups of students within a classroom setting, reinforcing concepts taught by the teacher.
CASHIER
McDonald's
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills while interacting with customers in a friendly manner.
- Processed payments, returns, and exchanges.
- Cross-trained colleagues on proper use of POS systems for efficient checkout times.
- Processed cash, check, and credit cards for customer purchases.
CADET
Girl scout
02.2009 - 02.2017
- Impacted children's lives by teaching importance of being good people and contributing members of society.
- Conducted individual in-room visits with residents.
- Managed troop funds in accordance with policies and procedures.
- Conducted educational presentations on topics related to Girl Scouting such as leadership development, environmental stewardship, community service projects.
- Created and managed budgets for multiple activities, ensuring that all funds were spent appropriately.
- Designed fundraising campaigns that raised over $2, 000 for various charitable organizations throughout the year.
Education
CERTIFICATION -
Teacher Academy of Maryland
06.2023
Skills
- Grocery Shopping
- Companionship
- Emotional Support
- First Aid
- Safety
- Behavior Redirection
- Illness Adaptation
- Household Chores
- Time Management
- Medication Reminders
- Appointment Reminders
- Special Education
- Motivating Students
- Customer Service
- Assessment strategies
- Group and individual instruction
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Discipline
Timeline
Long Term Substitute
Calvert County Public Schools
12.2024 - Current
Girl Scout Troop Leader
Girl Scouts of the USA
08.2024 - Current
INTERN
CCPS TAM Program
08.2022 - 06.2023
CASHIER
McDonald's
04.2022 - 08.2022
CAREGIVER
Makayla's Sitting Services
04.2018 - Current
CADET
Girl scout
02.2009 - 02.2017
CERTIFICATION -
Teacher Academy of Maryland
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